Cryptic crossword clue
In this place with jerks and unorthodox types 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word HERETICS

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "unorthodox types" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case unorthodox types = heretics.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does HERETICS mean?

HERETICS noun
  1. Someone who believes contrary to the fundamental tenets of a religion they claim to belong to.
  2. Someone who does not conform to generally accepted beliefs or practices

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